Pokémon retired Ash and Pikachu at the perfect moment - Polygon

With Ash Ketchum leaving the Pokémon anime, it’s time to find a new Poké protagonist. The timing of his retirement makes perfect sense; with Violet and Scarlet out, there’s no more need for Ash.

Reflections on 20 Years of Pokemon - Feature

New Pokemon anime: New Pokémon Anime 'Pocket Masters' announced with new protagonists as Ash retires

Most important Pokemon trainers have a signature Pokemon that reflects them in different ways. What would be your signature Pokemon and why? - Quora

Ash & Pikachu's Journey is Ending, it's Time to Vote for a New Mascot. : r/ pokemon

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Pokémon's Ash Ketchum and Pikachu to Retire After 25 years

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Ash Ketchum Officially Leaves After 26 Years

Pokémon retired Ash and Pikachu at the perfect moment - Polygon

End of an era: Pokémon retires Ash and his Pikachu after 25 years

Pikachu returns, but Ash doesn't, in the new Pokemon anime series

Ash Ketchum - Wikipedia

Is Ash going to retire after Pokemon Journeys? : r/pokemon